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Posted 9/8/2015 11:59 PM (GMT 0)
I feel heart palpitations and it doesn't feel normal
I feel like something is pulling the middle of my forehead
I feel like there's a ball in my throat
I feel a weird tingle in my left pointer finger

I feel like I'm going to die soon and I freaking hate this feeling
I was so close to finally taking a Xanax but I feel it will trigger a panic attack. I am so irratable right now everything is pissing me off. From my daughter whining to my gf asking stupid questions.
Posted 9/9/2015 12:03 AM (GMT 0)
I'm so sorry you're feeling this way. It sucks, I know. For some reason my anxiety is high today and I'm feeling a lot of derealization. Have you ever taken xanax before?
Posted 9/9/2015 12:11 AM (GMT 0)
Hey meeshy
I woke up feeling great.. A little tired and now I feel like this. I been feeling good for a couple weeks and now I feel like the anxiety is coming back it sucks

No I never taken Xanax
Posted 9/9/2015 1:01 AM (GMT 0)
Yea, I know. That's the "beauty " of anxiety. It comes and goes as it pleases. I try to control it most of the time but every now and then it just takes over. I have to step back, go to my happy place, and gain control back of my mind and body. It takes some time, breathing, and the occasional xanax when its really bad. Just continue to keep your mind positive, your body healthy, and if you need to take a walk to get away from your nagging daughter or your girlfriends questions, then do it! Its easier to get control of your anxiety when you can center yourself, by yourself. As far as the xanax, don't be afraid to take it if your anxiety gets really out of control. It will calm your mind and body with 20 minutes. At least it does for me. Honestly its like a time out for your mind. It gives me a break from the worry and panic. It allows me to relax. I was afraid to take it the first time too. I didnt like the thought of taking a drug that I had no idea what it would do to me. But after an almost panic attack in the airport, man was I glad I did. Best flight ever! Lol!!
Posted 9/9/2015 1:11 AM (GMT 0)
I actually had to take a xanax tonight. I haven't had one in a while and my mind just needs a break. Ever since I had a bad panic attack back in June when I thought I was going to go crazy, I have been struggling with intrusive thoughts and derealization. Lexapro is helping, but it's taking some time and effort. You'll get through it. Just keep thinking of those good weeks you had and how it made you feel. Concentrate on those good feelings!!
Posted 9/9/2015 1:31 AM (GMT 0)
Aw man I hope you get better
And yeah I'm in the room watching a movie it calmed me down a lot but I still get these wowed random twitches and little pains but I'm trying not to think of it. I can't believe I almost had a panic attack. That was such a let down because I forgot how scary the feeling is. I didn't take a Xanax and I don't think I will need too.

How old were you when you first got your bad panic attack and have you figured out what caused it ?

What is lexapro for?
Posted 9/9/2015 2:11 AM (GMT 0)
I get twitches all the time. Spasms our of no where and aches and pains too. I try not to think of them too much because my mind starts to wander and before you know it I've diagnosed myself with a long list of medical issues!
My anxiety started about 8 years ago, or when i was about 26. I couldn't leave my house without having a panic attack. My doctor prescribed me xanax and Paxil. Paxil and Lexapro are 2 common anti depressants that are also used yo treat general anxiety. The xanax a nd Paxil worked and eventually went off the Psxil, but continued to hace a script for xanax as needed. Long story short, I had my major panic attack again (first time in years and I'm 34) at the beginning of June and my doctor diagnosed me with general anxiety disorder and started mr on Lexapro to try and help. It's been helping but I still have my bad times. I was/ am having horrible thoughts that hat are not me and that scares me.
As far as what caused it, I think it was just a lot of stressors in my life at the time and I just had a panic attack because I didn't have the tools or help to cope with them like I do now. This website and people have really helped over the past couple months. A great support system. It's a very scarey feeling when you don't feel like you have control of yourself, but I think you just reaching out is a great way to start. Knowing you are not alone through your struggles can be comforting.
Is this a new feeling to you?
Posted 9/9/2015 3:22 AM (GMT 0)
Well that's a relief. I look up all these symptoms and just like you I diagnose Myslef with all these problems. I'm going to specialists left and right man it's so annoying. I'm 22 and it all started about 3 months ago... I been to a therapist 3 times and I'm due to see her next week again. These feelings are somewhat new because everyday it's always something different. It's so annoying I don't understand why it happened to me and I just wish I could go back to myself and being normal and happy.

Do you drink alcohol or smoke cigarettes?
I miss both and ever since I had the panic attacks I stopped both. Sucks man
Posted 9/9/2015 4:31 AM (GMT 0)
Hi Jd,

Really sorry you are having a rough day.:( This just happens, as recovery is often not linear...and we veer off the road to our goals...

...but it's temporary, and you'll be back on track in a matter of time.

Use you coping skills to get you through...keep reaching out...be patient with yourself and the process of getting better.

You are going to be stronger than before...and farther along in the journey once you move past this challenging spot...so keep going and be encouraged.

Peace and progress!

S.C.
Posted 9/9/2015 12:54 PM (GMT 0)
Because these feelings are new to you, its a very scary thing. But kike SC said, you'll be back on track in no time with some good support and coping tools!
Yes, I do smoke cigarettes and I drink on occasion. I don't like the feeling of not having control of myself so I tend to stay away from too much alcohol and when I do drink, its usually just one or two. Plus I hate having a hang over in the morning!
So the panic attacks started after you stopped? Some of your attacks could be attributed to withdraw symptoms of cigarettes and alcohol, which is a good thing because now you know why they started and that it won't last forever! Quitting smoking is the best thing you can do for your body so just keep on it and the attacks will eventually go away :)
Posted 9/9/2015 10:58 PM (GMT 0)
Thank you for the encouraging words SC I appreciate it! :)
Today I felt weird too and these sharp random little pains I feel in my heart are so annoying. Got another cardiologist apt. Friday

And Meeshy, I stopped becaus the doctor said to stop for now because they can make the panic attacks come or trigger them. So I haven't smoke or drank in a couple weeks.. I do miss it tho lol
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